Trench coat buttoned to the top and these ballerina ass slippers, what's going on?
Rebecca Krajčová
Every season has that jacket, the one that sneaks its way into every Pinterest board and vintage shop rack. This year, it’s not about oversized puffers or biker bombers, it’s the funnel neck jacket, also known as the pea coat. Sleek, buttoned-up, and a little mysterious, it’s the outerwear piece that feels both timeless and very right now.
The best part? You don’t need to hunt down a designer drop to get the look. Some of the most amazing funnel necks are hiding in vintage shops Depop and Vinted. Old-school trench coats, and structured coats from the ’80s and ’90s, all with that sharp, face-framing collar detail. The kind of pieces that look expensive even when they’re not.
And let’s be real: this trend had its meme moment before it was even a trend. If you’ve been online in the past year, you probably saw the viral Lily-Rose Depp photo—trench coat buttoned all the way to the top and these ballerina-ass slippers, what’s going on? That, unintentionally, was the soft launch of the funnel neck renaissance. Minimalist, a little awkward, and suddenly the coolest look in the room.
Why is it catching on now? The funnel neck jacket feels like armor for the everyday. The high collar gives a futuristic edge, while the tailored fit keeps it sophisticated. It’s practical (hello, wind protection), but it’s also fashion with a capital F , the kind of piece that says I have secrets and I also know my fabrics.
From buttery leather to dramatic trenches, from runway takes to thrifted treasures, the funnel neck is proving it can flex across every aesthetic. Pair it with baggy jeans and sneakers for downtown cool, or wear it fully buttoned with ballet flats if you want to channel Lily-Rose herself. Either way, the vibe is “don’t talk to me, I’m starring in my own French art film.”
Whether you call it a funnel neck or a pea coat, one thing’s clear: this is the jacket of the season. And honestly? It might be the one worth keeping long after the cycle spins again. One that you know will turn out in your favour, even if you splurge on it.